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The Republic of Ireland will hold a referendum on abortion in 2018. The referendum on the Eighth Amendment, which places the life of the unborn on an equal footing to that of the mother, is expected to be held May or June of next year.

“Silence in the face of the suppression of unborn life makes us complicit in the crime of abortion.” That, in synthesis, is the message of the Mexican bishops in a communique sent on the national ‘Day for Life’ celebrated on 25 March, the Solemnity of the Annunciation.

Bolivian bishops meet Pope Francis during his visit to the country in 2015

Thousands of mostly young Catholics will be taking part in Friday’s March for Life in Washington D.C.

Drug users undergoing rehabilitation hold copies of the Bible while reciting prayers as part of their regular activities inside a Center for Christian Recovery in Antipolo, Philippines September 12, 2016.

The Bishops have condemned the escalation of violence in the country, which has claimed 3500 deaths in the last ten weeks. The statement released Thursday calls them "sins that harm the dignity of the human person"

Polish Prime Minister Beata Szydlo would like to end all abortions in Poland and is likely to succeed with overwhelming support.